Chlorophylls mainly absorb light of which wavelength?

Correct answer: E. Both C and D

  • A. Red blue
  • B. Yellow orange
  • C. Violet red
  • D. Orange red
  • E. Both C and D

Explanation

Chlorophyll mainly absorbs light in the violet-blue and orange-red wavelengths, which are crucial for the process of photosynthesis. While options A, B, C, and D each contain elements of light that chlorophyll can absorb, they do not accurately reflect the comprehensive absorption spectrum of chlorophyll. Therefore, the correct answer is option E, which indicates a group of options that may include misleading elements. It's essential to remember that chlorophyll reflects green light, which is why plants appear green, as it is not effectively absorbed.

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